They both have big goals. But will an unplanned baby derail their futures?

Madison craves so much more out of life. Counting down the days until she leaves for college, the eighteen-year-old dreamer is ready to escape her alcoholic mother and small-town nosiness. But wanting her first time to be with someone she trusts, she approaches her best guy friend with a sexy farewell proposition.

Hamilton’s excited for the next chapter. Drafted to MLB to start in the minor leagues, he treasures his one special night with his favorite girl as a fond send-off. And unwilling to let it become a final goodbye, he savors each word of their many texts and video calls to stay connected.

Her stomach dropping when she finds out she’s pregnant, Madison scrambles for a way to keep it secret from their tight-knit circle, continue her longed-for education, and not destroy her bestie’s promising baseball career. But though Hamilton is confused by her sudden distance, he discovers a desire for something deeper than friendship.

Will they open their hearts to each other, or will hard choices push them apart?

The Locals is a New Adult small-town, sports romance.series. If you like fun casts of characters, coming-of-age drama, and slow-burn relationships, then you’ll love Haley Rhoades’s beautiful 4 book series.

The Locals Series

Me: prepping for company. some writing 


Delta: I’m on my way to pick you up. we’re taking Liberty shopping 


Me: okay? I’ll have doorman send you up 


I only met her a week ago; I’m not sure what to make of this spur of the moment shopping trip.  I let Fallon know she may have the rest of the day off. Liberty exudes more enthusiasm than I for our impromptu outing. She greets Delta at the door with cheers. 


“What is all of this about?” I ask while we stand in the kitchen. 


“Hamilton didn’t tell you about today, did he?” 


I recall our conversation last evening. He mentioned two events today: a public appearance and a meeting with his team. I shake my head. 


“I figured as much.” she smiles. “They had to R.S.V.P. a month ago. I knew he wouldn’t remember this is a family event.” 


My eyes bulge. Family event with the team? I’m not ready for this. 


Chapter 110: Madison